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happenings Bark and Wine May 12 | Dane County Humane Society Guests at this annual event raised their glasses in honor of their furry friends while raising funds for the Dane County Humane Society. As attendees sipped wine and enjoyed hors d' oeuvres and auctions, a few animals from the Humane Society, which provides shelter to local animals in need, stopped by to join the party. Katie and Dr. Ben Marcus, Chuck and Sharon James Tom Theisen, Patrick McGuire, Ellen Markey and Shilagh Mirgain Pam McCloud Smith and Heather Sullivan Lindsey Larson, Tim Elliot and Gayle Viney Scott Miller and Lisa Groo Chet Bradley and Merrilyn Trombly Finding THE RIGHT MORTGAGE is tough. that's why our offices are clearly labeled. 76 BRAVA Magazine July 2012

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• Feature: Facing Your Finances: To ensure youre on the right path to financial health, wealth and retirement youve dreamed of, area experts offer their sage advice
• Feature: A Sure-fire recipe for Summer: Mix crisp colors and preppy patters with good friends and great eats. The result is so good, youll head back for more
• Feature: The Balancing Act: Balance may be the buzz word of a generation. But the more we talk about it the more off- center it seems we become. Three local women explain how the answer is in changing our focus from balancing it all to building happiness
• In the Moment: Skier Ann Tieman gives back on and off the water
• In Good Health: The gynecological sysmptons you shouldnt ignore and the lowdown on incontinence
• On the Move: Mastering a mountain bike
• In Style: Charming necklaces and the return of Maxwell Street Days
• At Home: In the great outdoors- Building your own oasis, decorative exterior options and handy helpers at your service.
• With Family: Outdoor toys that keep little ones active and Doctor Mom offers pool safety tips
• In a Mans World: Alwyn Fitzgerald wines and dines with a local flair
• With Me: Tehmina Islam provides healthy alternatives to expecting moms
• Up the Ladder: Tackling time management
• To Inspire: Carol and Chris Zindorfs joint mission
• From our staff
• Happenings
• Laugh
• Around Town: Great escapes on local lakes, area fairs, resort getaways and picnicking hotspots
• In the Spotlight: Your dont-miss events of the month!
• With Your Food: Picnic eats and summer sips, plus a stop at downtown eatery Osteria Papavero
• In Your Free Time: French style and sinful summer reads
• Special Advertising Sections: Dental Health Professional Profiles
• Special Advertising Sections:Continuing Education